The article discusses the impact of the US foreign aid freeze on Ukraine, highlighting the effects on various sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, and media. The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has been a crucial provider of support to Ukraine, but due to the aid freeze, many projects are now facing a three-month pause in funding or even more dire situations if not renewed.
Some key points from the article include:
* USAID-funded projects have created spaces for young people, organized workshops and training sessions for locals, supplied new equipment for municipal services and hospitals, and much more.
* The agriculture sector is largely dependent on donors’ support, with over 60% of commodity exports being agricultural products.
* Many Ukrainian non-profits and media outlets are already appealing for alternative funds and donations, while others have decided to halt certain operations.
* Regional media funding relies heavily on grants, with advertising accounting for only 3-10% of their revenue.